Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Licensures And Certifications
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Jean Drake

Registered Nurse
Cape Coral,FL

Summary

Experienced healthcare leader skilled in team management and budget oversight. Proven ability to enhance patient flow and ensure compliance with industry standards. Adept in using Epic EHR to improve care efficiency in high pressure settings.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery Center

SWFL Oral Facial Surgery
Fort Myers, Florida
05.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patients' vital signs during procedures and recovery ensuring patient safety
  • Patient education: post-operative care and recovery protocols.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintain a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Clinical Supervisor Perianesthesia Department

Lee Memorial Hospital- Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
03.2019 - 03.2025
  • Led a team of healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and department efficiency.
  • Developed and executed budget strategies to reduce costs and improve department operations.
  • Supported utilization management process for surgical patients, enhancing care efficiency.
  • Collaborated with leadership to implement patient flow improvements, enhancing care delivery.
  • Collaborated on system level CAPs and policy revisions to standardize procedures.
  • - Facilitated Nursing Summit events to promote professional development and knowledge sharing to foster professional development.

Sustainability Manager

Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Facilitated Surgical Services Transformation Project to enhance surgical process from scheduling to recovery.
  • Collaborated with all departments and outpatient centers within Lee Health Surgical Servies for comprehensive integration.
  • Acted as Lee Memorial Representative for Carpedia Consulting during critical project phases.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to. implemented changes with the system

RN Charge Nurse Leader

Lee Memorial Hospital - Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
08.2011 - 03.2019
  • Monitored patient vital signs and recovery progress in high-volume, 22-bed recovery room.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient handoff and care continuity.
  • Maintained PACU inventory to guarantee equipment readiness for all procedures.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and infection control measures consistently.
  • Trained new nurses on effective techniques for post-operative patient care.

RN Coordinator

LMHS Transfer Center - Lee Health
Fort Myers, FL
05.2008 - 08.2011
  • Drove communication and coordination for all transfers at Lee Health's Transfer Center startup.
  • Developed comprehensive orientation manual for all new hires in Transfer Center.
  • Coordinated patient transfers between facilities and departments with efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate electronic records of patient transfers to ensure data integrity.
  • Facilitated communication among clients, families, and service providers to support care continuity.

Registered Nurse Critical Care

Cape Coral Hospital - Lee Health
Cape Coral, FL
10.2005 - 04.2008
  • Delivered critical care in 22-bed ICU as charge nurse for adult patients.
  • Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to medical staff.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary team efforts to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians during intubations, central line insertions, and chest tube placements.
  • Evaluated staffing levels during shifts, ensuring optimal coverage and support.
  • Mentored new nurses on ICU policies and procedures for effective integration.

Registered Nurse/ Paramedic

MONOC
Wall, NJ
04.2000 - 10.2005
  • Facilitated inter-facility transport of critically ill adult and pediatric patients as a nationally certified paramedic.
  • Collaborated with medical teams to ensure safe and efficient patient transfers.
  • Monitored vital signs and delivered basic and advanced life support for critically ill patients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care for trauma victims during transport.

Registered Nurse

Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Neptune, NJ
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Emergency Room RN at Level II Trauma Center
  • Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

Kimball Medical Center
Lakewood , NJ
08.1998 - 03.2000
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Assisted in performing complex procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
  • Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Kensington Manor - St Barnabas Health
Toms River, NJ
08.1995 - 08.1998
  • Coordinated patient care activities among multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
  • Managed staff schedules to maintain adequate nursing coverage at all times.
  • Reviewed patient care plans and provided guidance on adjustments as needed.
  • Ventilator Management for Long term Residents

Education

Certification - Legal Nurse Consulting

Flordia Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
08-2025

Masters in Nursing Leadership -

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, Fl
12-2017

Bachelors of Science in Nursing -

Edison State College
Fort Myers, FL
05-2011

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing

Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ
05-1998

LPN -

Ocean County Vocational School
Toms River, NJ
06-1995

Skills

  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Healthcare compliance
  • Budget management
  • Project management
  • Epic EHR Proficiency
  • Patient care coordination
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Risk management
  • Process improvement
  • Medical record review
  • Utilization review

Affiliations

American Association of Critical Care Nurses, #733584

Accomplishments

  • Doc Coggin’s Commitment to Excellence Award, 01/01/14
  • Lee Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month, 08/01/14
  • Key Contributor Award, 01/01/19
  • Key Contributor Award, 01/01/24
  • 19+ years of Dedicated Service, Lee Health/Lee Memorial Health System
  • Lee Memorial Hospital Incident Command – Liaison Officer, 01/01/24

Licensures And Certifications

  • Registered Nurse, Florida, RN9229625, 07/31/26
  • CCRN, 0733584, 03/31/28
  • ACLS & BLS, 08/26
  • PALS 6/2027

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery Center

SWFL Oral Facial Surgery
05.2025 - Current

Clinical Supervisor Perianesthesia Department

Lee Memorial Hospital- Lee Health
03.2019 - 03.2025

Sustainability Manager

Lee Health
11.2018 - 03.2019

RN Charge Nurse Leader

Lee Memorial Hospital - Lee Health
08.2011 - 03.2019

RN Coordinator

LMHS Transfer Center - Lee Health
05.2008 - 08.2011

Registered Nurse Critical Care

Cape Coral Hospital - Lee Health
10.2005 - 04.2008

Registered Nurse

Jersey Shore University Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2005

Registered Nurse/ Paramedic

MONOC
04.2000 - 10.2005

Medical ICU Registered Nurse

Kimball Medical Center
08.1998 - 03.2000

Licensed Practical Nurse

Kensington Manor - St Barnabas Health
08.1995 - 08.1998

Certification - Legal Nurse Consulting

Flordia Gulf Coast University

Masters in Nursing Leadership -

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelors of Science in Nursing -

Edison State College

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing

Ocean County College

LPN -

Ocean County Vocational School

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